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Traditional Techniques Applied to Contemporary Architecture in the Amazon

ArchDaily

Photo: Jean Dallazem The architecture of indigenous peoples is deeply rooted in their surroundings, in the sense that materials are locally sourced and empirically tested, to discover the construction techniques and dwellings that best respond to the values of the community and their understanding of housing.

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MIT researchers create strong, ultra-light architected materials using kirigami techniques

Archinect

Produced with techniques borrowed from the Japanese kirigami paper-cutting technique, the strong metal lattices are lighter than cork while also holding customizable mechanical properties.

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Carbonized Wood: A Traditional Japanese Technique That Has Conquered the World

ArchDaily

Popular Japanese techniques have reached even the most remote corners of the globe, gaining traction across various fields that range from technical craftsmanship to digital innovation.

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How to create stunning 3D renders with the ZOË technique

Chaos

Explore the world of 3D through the eyes of Mike Campau and marvel at his bold designs created by a technique that nurtures creative instincts.

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director

Techniques to integrate sustainable processes into your architectural designs. Join this webinar to learn how! In this session, Pedro will discuss: Challenges for the future of sustainable architecture. How to build a collaborative dialogue with clients. October 19th, 2022 at 9:30 pm PT, 12:30 pm ET, 5:30 pm BST.

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This house in Nagoya by Tomoaki Uno Architects utilizes traditional field masonry techniques

Avontuura

The post This house in Nagoya by Tomoaki Uno Architects utilizes traditional field masonry techniques appeared first on Åvontuura. The site is located in an upscale residential area with lush greenery, with Nagoya University and Nanzan University walking distance.

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Christien Meindertsma invents technique for 3D printing with wool

Deezen

The device uses a felting technique to bind the wool together The attachment works with all different types of wool. She believes the technique has many potential applications in design, with examples including furniture, acoustic products and insulation. It's a technique you can use with any European wool," the designer told Dezeen.

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